Our Healthcare clients are steadily and continually engaging with us to support them with consultants in key areas of revenue cycle management, including coding and auditing. This demand is well documented. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the medical coding and health information sector will see a 13% growth through 2026. Compare that to the average 7% growth rate for all other occupations, and the importance these professionals play in healthcare and specifically to the projects they are placed on is clearly seen.

If there is one phrase that describes John Demeritt, it’s “people person.” His background in sales, along with his philosophy of having respect and empathy for others, is highlighted through every interaction he has. Upon speaking with John, it is clear that he values people above all else — making him an embodiment of the core Oxford values.

Over the last several years, data breaches have become commonplace in the news. From the Yahoo data breach in 2013, to the massive Equifax breach in 2017, and even the SingHealth breach as recent as July of 2018, data breaches are becoming more and more frequent. As the techniques of hackers become increasingly more sophisticated, the security efforts of businesses from various industries must adapt. The stolen personal data could range from names and email addresses, to medical records and social security numbers. Because of this, it’s crucial for organizations within the healthcare sector to safeguard the data of their patients and customers.

Meet Mirjam: Last year, Oxford connected with a new consultant named Mirjam. She had just recently left a permanent role she was unhappy with, and serendipitously, an Oxford recruiter reached out with an opportunity. “A lot of recruiters don’t really approach you with [an assignment] that actually fits,” she said, so when Oxford contacted her, it was a refreshing change.

Each year, the FDLI conference in Washington, DC is a valuable opportunity to interface with industry leaders and participate in a multitude of educational sessions. With this year’s conference rapidly approaching, we look forward to the learning opportunities we will undoubtedly experience.